Advanced Registered Nurse

Care with Heart. Join The Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE as a Nurse Practitioner in Louisville, KY (Jefferson County). It's a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we're dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. 5,000 Sign on Bonus
Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 403(b) with discretionary contribution Paid Time Off + Personal Days Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Wellness incentives (earn up to $350) Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings) Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, with Medical Director oversight, provides primary care to participants. Performs physical assessments of new PACE Enrollees, semi-annual reassessments of participants and develops and implements appropriate plans of care to Senior CommUnity
Care program participants. Evaluates participant physical complaints and provides appropriate treatment. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan, care for, and provide services to frail elder participants according to assigned responsibilities and Senior CommUnity Care standards.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Graduate of a school of professional nursing required. Licensed as Registered Nurse (R.Certified as a nurse practitioner by a national certifying organization recognized by the State Board of Nursing. Certified as a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (G.Two (2) years' experience as a nurse practitioner in a geriatric setting desirable. Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact. Responsible for oversight of residents of VOANS Skilled Nursing Facilities. Evaluate residents of VOANS Skilled Nursing Facilities. Provide medical care and treatment for residents of VOANS Skilled Nursing Facilities. Coordinate care of residents with Primary Care Physicians and Medical Directors of VOANS Skilled Nursing Facilities. Performs in person comprehensive history and physical on new Senior Community Care participants. Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant. Integrates the primary care treatment plan into the overall plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Team. Participates in discharge planning for acute and long-term placement.
Thorough knowledge of current concepts, theories and practices related to home and community based care for the elderly and disabled adults.
Thorough knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of frail older adults.
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE (Louisville/Jefferson County) provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant's needs. Located in the heart of Louisville, a vibrant riverfront city known for its friendly communities and rich culture. At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
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